Ingredients
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- 1 prepared pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 lemons, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for added spice
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the dough carefully onto the grill. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until light char marks appear and the crust is slightly firm. Remove and set aside.
- Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the grilled crust. Arrange lemon slices on top, then drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella, salt, and black pepper.
- Return the assembled pizza to the grill. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes until cheese melts and crust is golden and crispy.
- Remove from the grill, garnish with fresh basil leaves and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately for optimal flavor.
Notes
- Use a well-floured surface to prevent sticking when rolling out the dough.
- Keep a close eye on the grill to avoid burning the crust or lemons.
- Generously spread ricotta for creaminess, but balance with lemon’s tang.
- Replace basil with thyme or oregano for different herb flavors.
- Let the pizza rest for a couple of minutes before slicing to achieve cleaner cuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg